Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. LemFi is building a financial app for the Global South, and they are seeking a Growth Manager to drive their expansion across African communities in the United States. This role involves launching new markets, accelerating user acquisition, and building community networks to fuel sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Travelling across the U.S, you will attend events, expos, and community meetings representing LemFi as a brand ambassador and key point of contact to drive brand awareness and new customer sign ups
• You'll build and expand LEMFi’s community network by networking with local leaders, partners, and organisations, setting up meetings and agreeing sponsorship for existing community events
• You'll spend 3–5 days in a new U.S. city every 2–3 weeks to establish on-the-ground presence, grow relationships, and strengthen LEMFi’s visibility within local communities
• Develop and execute comprehensive user acquisition strategies tailored to Nigerian ex-pat communities in the US
• Own growth targets for assigned markets, consistently driving results across online and offline channels
• Optimise campaigns using data and insights to improve performance against acquisition KPIs
• Lead community-driven initiatives to build trust, awareness, and advocacy for LemFi
• Organise and participate in local events, meetups, and forums to educate users about LemFi’s services
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders and grassroots partners
• Identify, negotiate, and manage partnerships with relevant organisations and businesses to accelerate user growth
• Ensure partnerships deliver mutual value and measurable outcomes
• Conduct ongoing market research to understand user needs, behaviours, and preferences
• Provide actionable insights to Product and Marketing teams to refine messaging, features, and positioning
• Serve as a strong internal advocate for the user, representing community perspectives in decision-making
• Act as a brand ambassador for LemFi, consistently representing the company’s mission, values, and voice
• Promote LemFi through clear, persuasive communication across multiple channels

Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in fast-paced environments, with a background in growth, sales, or marketing
• Proven ability to work against targets and deliver measurable results
• Strong ability to interpret data, track performance, and adjust strategies accordingly
• Deep understanding of the Nigerian community in the United States
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with diverse stakeholders
• Self-motivated, proactive, and effective in a remote working environment

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